1990 Porsche 928 vs. 1996 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Neon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (132 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 421 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Porsche 928 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Porsche 928 | 1996 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Porsche | Plymouth |
Model | 928 | Neon |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 79 L |